Flatoidinus punctatus
This record describes Flatoidinus punctatus (species). Recorded family: Flatidae. Recorded order: Hemiptera.
Identification and Appearance
The broad, pointed head is characteristic of this species. (K.G.A. Hamilton, 2011)
Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Arthropoda
- Class
- Insecta
- Order
- Hemiptera (True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies)
- Suborder
- Auchenorrhyncha
- Superfamily
- Fulgoroidea
- Family
- Flatidae (Flatid Planthoppers)
- Subfamily
- Flatoidinae
- Genus
- Flatoidinus
Imported taxonomy record. Source availability varies; see the source references and editorial policy below.
Habitat and Range
Geographic Range
GA-FL; W. Indies ; + AL & TX (BG data)
Diet and Behavior
Diet: recorded from 6 plant families
Additional species information
Species notes from the sources
Etymology: Flatoidinus punctatus (Walker 1851)
About True Bugs, Cicadas, Hoppers, Aphids and Allies: the wider group
Order-level background for Hemiptera, the group containing Flatoidinus punctatus. Species-specific details appear above.
Group overview
Hemiptera (true bugs) includes over 80,000 described species across cicadas, aphids, leafhoppers, shield bugs, and bed bugs. Aphids alone cost global agriculture an estimated $2.5 billion annually in crop losses.
Ecological role of the group
Many Hemiptera are essential food sources for birds and predatory insects. Cicadas provide massive nutrient pulses during emergence events - a single Brood X emergence can involve trillions of individuals across 15 states.
Economic and practical significance of the group
The brown marmorated stink bug (Halyomorpha halys) caused $37 million in apple crop losses in a single year in the U.S. Mid-Atlantic region. Bed bug infestations in the U.S. increased by 500% between 2001-2010, costing the hotel industry hundreds of millions annually.
Recorded sources for this group: USDA, EPA, University research. Imported estimates may describe particular regions or reporting periods.
Photos of Flatoidinus punctatus (3)
Photo credits: Contributed by Gretchen Grammer; Additional contributions by Mike Quinn , v belov
Frequently Asked Questions About Flatoidinus punctatus
What is Flatoidinus punctatus?
Flatoidinus punctatus is a species in the family Flatidae, within the order Hemiptera.
How do you identify Flatoidinus punctatus?
The broad, pointed head is characteristic of this species. (K.G.A. Hamilton, 2011)
Where is Flatoidinus punctatus found?
Range: GA-FL; W. Indies ; + AL & TX (BG data)
What does Flatoidinus punctatus eat?
The diet of the Flatoidinus punctatus includes recorded from 6 plant families.